Economic conditions being what they were in the 1930s, Cadillac provided their dealers with a more affordable alternative to help attract buyers, the LaSalle. But the car was by no means a budget offering. It was named after French… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
Mar 8, 2022 • For Sale • 40 Comments
31k Mile 1976 Chevrolet Malibu Classic
It wasn’t that long ago that many enthusiasts viewed cars from the 1970s with barely concealed contempt. It was an era when emission regulations were tightening and power output levels were dropping. However, times have changed, and many people… more»
Mar 7, 2022 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Parked For 30 Years: 1975 Ford F100 Ranger XLT
With the growing popularity of classic pickups, solid examples will command plenty of attention when they emerge from hiding. That appears to be the case with this 1975 Ford F100 Ranger XLT. The owner found the Ranger languishing in… more»
Mar 7, 2022 • For Sale • 13 Comments
One Owner With 32k Original Miles! 1990 Chevrolet Corvette
By 1990, Chevrolet’s C4 Corvette was a pretty good alternative for potential buyers seeking a two-seat car with performance credentials that also served as a practical long-distance cruiser. What makes them attractive propositions today is that good examples remain… more»
Mar 7, 2022 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Rare 1981 Toyota SR5 Winnebago Trekker 4×4
A Toyota Winnebago what who? This 1981 Toyota SR5 Winnebago Trekker, more commonly known as a Toyota Trekker, may look like just a regular Toyota pickup with a color-matched topper or “cap” on the back. You’d be partially right… more»
Mar 6, 2022 • For Sale • 32 Comments
Last of the Line: 1958 Packard Sedan
The 1958 model year would be the last for the storied Packard brand. Having merged with Studebaker in 1954 in the hopes that both brands could continue to be relevant, that turned out not to be practical. The 1957-58… more»
Mar 6, 2022 • For Sale • 6 Comments
1972 Ford F250 Ranger XLT Camper Special
Being a western truck for the last five decades, this 1972 Ford F250 Ranger XLT Camper Special appears to be solid. It was built in San Jose, sold to an owner in Seattle who moved to Phoenix, Arizona and… more»
Mar 6, 2022 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Non-Running Convertible: 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air
Chevrolet’s 1955-57 automobiles would become known as the “Tri-Fives.” Production numbers for the three years exceeded 4.5 million cars, including the seller’s 1955 Bel Air convertible. This automobile is described as a “barn find” and we’re told it’s in… more»
Mar 6, 2022 • For Sale • 6 Comments
No Reserve: 1984 Buick Grand National
The list of cars carrying badges derived from motorsport is as long as your arm and probably mine as well. Some of these cars share no discernable link with the event or category in question, but that isn’t the… more»
Mar 6, 2022 • For Sale • 20 Comments
429 V8-Powered 1970 Ford LTD
It gets hot in Tucson, Arizona. Did any of you know that fun fact? We’re here at Barn Finds to teach and I’m nothing if not a teacher of useless trivia and weather information. I’d rather talk about vehicles… more»
Mar 6, 2022 • For Sale • 16 Comments
13k Original Miles: 1974 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray
While Chevrolet’s Corvette Stingray had become softer and more refined by 1974, it could still produce excellent performance figures if the original owner ticked the right boxes on the Order Form. Such is the case with our feature car,… more»
Mar 6, 2022 • For Sale • 9 Comments
No Reserve Original Survivor: 1983 Oldsmobile Hurst/Olds
When Oldsmobile retired the Hurst/Olds model at the end of 1979, many people felt it was gone for good. However, the company had other ideas and launched a reboot in 1983 to celebrate the badge’s 15th Anniversary. Pent-up demand… more»
Mar 6, 2022 • For Sale • 14 Comments
62K Original Miles: 1988 Cadillac Fleetwood Brougham
There’s always a lot of chatter among enthusiasts about emerging classes or models of collector cars. You know, those vintage rides that we haven’t paid much attention to over the years as the typical class leaders continue to rise… more»
Mar 6, 2022 • Exclusives • 12 Comments
EXCLUSIVE: 1957 Mercedes 190SL Garage Find
For sale in Abilene, Texas as a Barn Finds Exclusive is this 1957 Mercedes-Benz 190SL, a very much in-demand sports car that has soared in value to as much as $200,000. That, of course, is for a fully restored… more»
Mar 6, 2022 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Two-Owner Survivor: 1988 Ford Mustang GT Convertible
It can’t be a mere coincidence. Here we are emerging from the depths of winter with warmer weather beckoning when suddenly, the number of stunning convertibles appearing on our desks here at Barn Finds climbs rapidly. This 1988 Mustang… more»
Mar 6, 2022 • For Sale • 22 Comments
No Reserve Rarity: 1967 Dodge Dart GT Convertible
When you look at vehicles like this 1967 Dodge Dart GT Convertible, they seem to confirm that there is still a ready supply of desirable classics languishing in barns and sheds awaiting the right person to liberate them. It… more»
